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ACCREDITATIONS  & AFFILIATIONS

At this time, there are no mandatory regulations for a 501c3 horse rescue or sanctuary in Virginia. So how do you know if your rescue is reputable?
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Thankfully, there are several optional accreditations that a rescue can apply for to demonstrate their transparency and dedication to equine welfare.  Just like each of Virginia's rescue and sanctuary organizations, each accreditation has its own set of unique priorities. It's important to do your own research to understand which rescue aligns with your personal priorities and ethics.

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Candid

Candid absorbed Guidestar in 2019 to become the most comprehensive data collector of the social sector.

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Every year, millions of nonprofits spend trillions of dollars around the world. Candid follows where that money comes from, where it goes, and why it matters. 

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Home for Horses Coalition

The HHC is a national coalition dedicated to increasing collaboration, professionalism, and growth in the equine rescue and protection community.

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Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries

The sole purpose of GFAS is to ensure that wild and domestic animals who have been abandoned, displaced, or injured by humans or natural causes receive the highest standards of care during rescue, rehabilitation, and for the rest of their life.

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They offer an their accreditation to equine rescues and sanctuaries who have met their rigorous standards.

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Right Horse

The goal of the ASPCA Right Horse program is to massively increase horse adoption in the United States. The program elevates and advances the work of equine adoption organizations and supporters nationwide while simultaneously building the demand for adoptable horses. 

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Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance

The TAA accredits, inspects, and awards grants to approved aftercare organizations to retrain, retire, and rehome Thoroughbreds using industry-wide funding.

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Thoroughbred Charities of America

TCA’s mission is to fund and facilitate the support of Thoroughbreds and the people who care for them. TCA provides grants to approved non-profit organizations.

List of Virginia Rescues and Sanctuaries With Accreditation Status

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